Last season 37 points was enough for survival in the PL. Several of us predicted that a total of that order would be enough. How do we see it this coming season? The consensus seems to be that the league this year will be a bit tougher for teams outside the top six. That suggests to me that a higher total will be needed, closer to the conventional safety mark of 40 points.
We're obviously in frivolous mood this morning, everywhere from Somerset to Chiang Mai. This is a deeply serious question requiring a scientific approach. I'll wait for an answer from Cruyff's Turn; he's a more serious minded fellow.
Don't rub it in Thai. We've forgotten what the sun looks like here. It's so bad folk in Somerset are reported suffering from S.A.D and taking to the malt.
In fact, it's so bloody hot here I have to stop work on the new house for 1/2 hour to get more fluid back in to my body. 2 or 3 big bottles of Leo beer normally satisfies my needs
Suspect it might be a bit tighter in the bottom half of the table this year. Perhaps closer to the traditional 40 point requirement too. I know a lot of people say they'd be happy with 17th etc but I don't think my nerves can take it. I'll be very happy with a 12th place finish and a decent 6 point buffer throughout. I don't want to be part of the final day Survival Sunday drama thanks!
37 points has been enough on 9 occasions in the last 12 and 35 on 6 of them.I see no reason to suppose that this season will be any different. 36 points is my guess.
agree with hairy mary - i think it'll be much tighter and 40 points will be required. stronger league in my opinion and i can see everyone keep taking points off each other and struggle for consistency
